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Cheap flights from South Africa to Madrid, Spain from R6 002

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/510:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R9 386
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/521:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R9 420
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 6/521:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R9 573
Sat 6/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/610:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R9 658
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/421:55
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R9 675
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/421:55
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R9 709
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/521:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 726
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/621:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 760
Wed 15/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/421:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R9 811
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/510:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 862
Mon 11/514:45
DUR
-
MAD
2 stops19h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/57:40
MAD
-
DUR
2 stops29h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R10 780
Mon 11/513:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 25/523:10
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/3R10 848

Find flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 386

One-way from

R6 002

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 647

Good round-trip deal

R13 168 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 483 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/4-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 327 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 441 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Madrid that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

13:00-13:25

1 stop24h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 18/5

14:55-11:30

1 stop20h 35m

R12 565

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

13:00-7:35

1 stop18h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

14:55-11:30

1 stop20h 35m

R13 126

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:45-21:40

2 stops30h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 23/4

14:55-15:50

1 stop24h 55m

R13 279

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

18:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 20/7

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R13 789
Fastest return journey

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 10/4

18:40-13:30

1 stop18h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 14/4

22:10-16:35

1 stop18h 25m

R13 840

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-7:35

1 stop16h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 20/5

17:10-16:10

2 stops23h 00m

R13 891

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

19:30-21:25

1 stop25h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/4

22:55-10:15

1 stop35h 20m

R13 908

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-13:25

1 stop24h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 23/6

15:45-10:15

1 stop18h 30m

R14 028

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

20:40-13:25

1 stop16h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 7/6

21:50-8:50

2 stops35h 00m

R14 096

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 6/5

17:00-20:20

2 stops27h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 13/5

15:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R14 164

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R8 876). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 001). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 273 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
975 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 18h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 50m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8568 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Turkish Airlines (R5 656), Qatar Airways (R5 691), and Emirates (R6 121).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas, Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas or Durban King Shaka Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R12 432, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 045. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R8 093 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R8 876). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 001). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 489AverageR7 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR7 786AverageR13 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 925AverageR11 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 986AverageR10 835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 322AverageR11 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 663AverageR13 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 040AverageR12 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 114AverageR14 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 238AverageR11 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air EuropaCheapestR10 244AverageR11 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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